Itinerant Orientation and Mobility Specialist (Pk-12), Cy-Fair HIGH SCHOOL

Vision Teacher

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or university;
• Valid Texas certification as a Vision Teacher – preferred;
• Valid certification as an Orientation & Mobility Specialist as granted by the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP);
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills;
• Knowledge of special needs of students with vision impairments;
• Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation;
• Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation.
• Must be willing to obtain and maintain a current automated external defibrillator (AED) and CPR certificate

Terms of Employment:

Probationary/Term

Contract:

187 Days

Salary:

Pay Grade T60 (Teacher Classification) as approved by the Board of Trustees

Additional stipend as approved

Essential Functions:

• Teach visually impaired students to develop the skills and knowledge required to enable them to travel safely and independently.
• Transport students to diverse locations to teach practical travel skills in realistic environments.
• Evaluate visually impaired students for orientation and mobility needs and determines eligibility for services.
• Participate in the admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) committee to assist in interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students with visual impairments according to district procedures.
• Plan and provide appropriate individual and group instruction to students consistent with orientation and mobility goals contained in individual education plans (IEP).
• Tracks student progress and use evaluative findings to examine program effectiveness and make recommendations for change when appropriate.
• Modifies and collects materials to teach and explain specific concepts and mobility skills to the visually impaired student.
• Consults with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure the safety of the visually impaired student and reinforce appropriate orientation and mobility skills throughout the day.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and the local board.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.

Working Conditions:

• Tools / Equipment used:
  Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.
• Posture:
  Frequent, prolonged standing, stooping, bending, pulling, pushing and twisting.
• Motion:
  Frequent walking and dancing.
• Lifting:
  Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds); may lift and move dance equipment, props, text books, classroom equipment, etc.
• Environment:
  Frequent exposure to sun, heat, cold, and will be expected to work outside. Frequent exposure to noise.
• Mental Demands:
  Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent travel and frequent travel by school bus.

Application Information:

• Applications will be reviewed.
• Not all applicants will be interviewed.
• Hiring Managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication.